Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

bacon

small diced

5 oz

green onions

thinly sliced

8 oz

all-purpose flour

1 gal

hot water

4 oz

ham base

1 oz

chicken base

3 oz

sugar

2 lb

potatoes

peeled, medium diced

0.5 cup

white vinegar

2 cup

half and half

Step 1
~3 min

Dice bacon into small pieces.

Step 2
~3 min

Thinly slice green onions.

Step 3
~3 min

Peel and medium dice the potatoes.

Step 4
~3 min

In a heavy sauce pot over medium heat, cook bacon until lightly browned; do not drain the fat.

Step 5
~3 min

Stir in the onions and saute for 2 minutes.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the flour, stirring until well blended and evenly cooked, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Remove from heat.

Step 8
~3 min

Add hot water, ham base, chicken base and sugar, mixing well.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir in potatoes and heat to boiling.

Step 10
~3 min

Reduce heat and gently boil about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Step 11
~3 min

Add white vinegar, mixing well.

Step 12
~3 min

Let simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 13
~3 min

Add half and half cream, mixing well.

Step 14
~3 min

Heat to simmering, stirring frequently.

Key Technique: Simmering
Step 15
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoother soup, blend a portion of the soup before adding the half and half.

Garnish with fresh parsley or chives for added flavor and visual appeal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or rye bread.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

German sausage
Rye bread
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, traditionally served during colder months.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Cold weather meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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